ETPU Foam Precursor Sheets from China
Noncellular expanded thermoplastic polyurethane (ETPU) precursor sheets for subsequent steam-chest molding. HTS 3920.99.5000 for these unreinforced TPU sheets before expansion process. Used in athletic footwear manufacturing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Clearly mark as 'precursor sheets - not expanded'; provide density specs confirming noncellular status pre-molding
• Include steam expansion processing parameters